Highton Residence

The Highton Residence demonstrate the high level of sustainability that can be achieved in a higher density residential projects. In achieving this outcome, a contemporary design has provided highly liveable, comfortable and healthy dwelling.

Located in an established residential suburb of Geelong, this project demonstrates a high level of sustainability achieved on a tight suburban block where north faces a side boundary.

ENERGY

• high efficiency gas boosted solar evacuated tube HWS with temperature controllers
• water recirculating pump
• ceiling fans
• hyper insulation – R 6.0 to roof, and R 2.5 to walls
• extensive draft sealing
• wood heater
• ‘real time’ power monitor
• 2.5kW photovoltaic grid interactive power system
• high performance low e argon filled double glazed timber windows

WATER SUPPLY

• 4 x 4500lt rainwater inground tanks with automated mains water backup and 1 x 2000lt above ground tank
• grey water system

MATERIALS

• FSC certified timber window frames
• extensive use of sustainable, recycled and low toxicity building materials
• radially sawn silvertop ash timber shiplap cladding

Photography: Open2view